06/09/2026
Stewarding our bodies isn't about eating boring food—it's about finding meals that nourish us and actually taste amazing.
If you have been following the recipe videos, you will begin to notice my burger recipes are my favorite meal prep! There are so many different flavor combinations.
These Southwest Turkey Burgers are packed with protein, loaded with flavor, and incredibly easy to make. Juicy turkey, green chiles, pepper jack cheese, and bold southwest seasonings come together for a meal the whole family will love.
Save this recipe for your next meal prep day! 🌮🍔❤️
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Southwest Turkey Burgers
Ingredients
2 lbs ground turkey (or ground chicken)
2 eggs
2–3 Tbsp breadcrumbs (use 3 Tbsp if mixture seems too wet)
1 (4 oz) can diced green chilies, drained
4 oz pepper jack cheese, diced into small cubes
Smoked paprika, to taste
Garlic powder, to taste
Onion powder, to taste
Taco seasoning, to taste
Chili lime seasoning, to taste
Instructions
Preheat oven to 375°F.
In a large bowl, combine ground turkey, eggs, breadcrumbs, green chilies, pepper jack cheese, and all seasonings.
Mix until just combined. Avoid over mixing.
Form mixture into 8–9 burger patties.
Place patties on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
Bake for 18–20 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
Serve on buns, lettuce wraps, or over a salad with your favorite southwest toppings.
Optional Toppings
Avocado slices
Pico de gallo
Lettuce and tomato
Greek yogurt ranch
Jalapeños
Fresh cilantro
These would also be fantastic for meal prep and reheat really well throughout the week. 🍔🌶️